Events in Camden today

SardineFest shines a spotlight on sardines with a range of experiences for all ages. Admission is free, and the schedule features activities for families, demonstrations, live music, and talks, plus storytelling with Salty Tales. Exhibitors and vendors will be on site, and tastings featuring sardines offer a chance to sample the catch. After a debut that welcomed about 1,200 guests, an even larger turnout is expected. More details will be shared.

This hands-on museum program at the Penobscot Marine Museum is designed for homeschool families and learners of every age. Discover the stories of Searsport sea captains and their families, get creative with crafts, and take part in a Set Sail demonstration. After the structured portion concludes, families can continue exploring the museum independently. Admission is $5 per person or $20 per family, and registration is required.

Enjoy free, easygoing sea chantey singalongs guided by museum staff, volunteers, and fellow music lovers. Join the chorus or relax and listen, and if you have a favorite chantey, you are welcome to lead one. Along the way, conversations will highlight how these songs once helped sailors coordinate their work at sea. No experience is needed, all ages are welcome, and registration is not required. Drop in for a single session or make it a regular tradition.